Breathe Easy: To Avoid a Repeat of New Delhi 2017, Look at the Small Picture

It is obvious that we cannot continue in a business-as-usual scenario; however, it is also important to remember that measures previously put in place have not always worked. It is important to undertake science and evidence based policy changes. Scientic data about pollution sources and contribution will help in framing credible and implementable policies.

Developing a Clean Air Action Plan for Patna

CSTEP has developed a Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP) for the city of Patna. The plan has identified a set of implementable control measures that are technically and economically feasible, towards improving Patna's air quality, in consultation with policymakers and stakeholders. 

The official report by CSTEP, containing complete details of CAAP, can be accessed by clicking on the Download Document button on the right.

 

A Methodology for Design of Solar Micro-Grid for Improved Energy Access

This project is supported by a grant given by the Good Energies Foundation, Switzerland. The project is related to renewable energy technology-based solutions for socio-economic transformation of a remote village. The study includes a pilot project implementation in the state of Odisha through collaboration with an implementation partner, Sun Moksha.

Mini-Grids

Energy access is a well-proven determinant in several development and transformative sectors, such as education, primary health, gender empowerment, and quality of life. In India, providing access to affordable electricity to every household has been a challenge, especially in remote rural areas. Both the central and state governments have accorded high priority to last-mile electrification, with one such instance being the Saubhagya scheme aiming for 100% household electrification.

Storage

CSTEP’s storage programme  has two verticals: 1) techno-economic analysis of various storage systems along with policy aspects, and 2) research and development (R&D) of novel electrode and electrolyte materials for state-of-the-art and emerging battery systems using computer simulation techniques.